{"id":70816,"date":"2025-01-24T11:22:41","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T11:22:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/liberian-defender-natus-swen-signs-for-moldovan-giants-fc-sheriff"},"modified":"2025-02-19T17:05:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T17:05:03","slug":"liberian-defender-natus-swen-signs-for-moldovan-giants-fc-sheriff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/liberian-defender-natus-swen-signs-for-moldovan-giants-fc-sheriff","title":{"rendered":"Liberian Defender Natus Swen Signs for Moldovan Giants FC Sheriff"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>Liberian international defender Natus Swen has signed a three-year contract with Moldovan Super Liga powerhouse FC Sheriff. The transfer fee for the deal remains undisclosed.<\/p>\n<p>FC Sheriff announced Swen\u2019s signing on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, via their official website and social media platforms.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLiberian defender Natus Jamel Swen has joined FC Sheriff. The contract has been signed, and all formalities have been completed. We wish him good luck and success at our club,\u201d the club\u2019s statement read.<\/p>\n<p><b>A Rising Star<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Swen, 20, made his senior national team debut for Liberia in March 2024 and has since earned eight caps for the Lone Star.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking after his unveiling, Swen expressed his excitement at signing his first professional contract.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI am thrilled to announce that I have officially signed my professional contract with FC Sheriff! This is not just a dream come true but also a fantastic opportunity to grow as a player and contribute to a club with such rich history and ambition,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Swen credited his family, coaches, and teammates for their support throughout his journey. \u201cYour belief in me has been invaluable,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m ready to give my all on the pitch and help the team achieve great things this season. Let\u2019s go, Sheriff!\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>Appreciation for His Roots<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Swen also took time to acknowledge the clubs and organizations that played key roles in his development as a footballer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTo Massa Football Academy, thank you for laying the foundation of my football career and nurturing my talent.<\/p>\n<p>To Cece United Football Academy, your guidance shaped my skills and understanding of the game.<\/p>\n<p>To Nimba FC, I appreciate the opportunities you provided and the unforgettable experiences we shared.<\/p>\n<p>To Watanga FC, thank you for believing in me and pushing me to strive for greatness.<\/p>\n<p>To Shaita FC, your teamwork and commitment taught me the true essence of unity and hard work.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, representing the National Team of Liberia has been an honor. I will forever cherish the moments spent wearing the national colors and pray for more opportunities to wear this unique shirt.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He also expressed gratitude to Fella Sports Management for facilitating his move to Europe.<\/p>\n<p><b>A Proud Moment for Liberian Football<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Shaita FC, Swen\u2019s last club in Liberia, confirmed his departure and wished him well. \u201cWe\u2019d like to congratulate Natus Swen on his move to FC Sheriff. We thank him for his services and wish him all the very best,\u201d the club said.<\/p>\n<p>Massa Football Academy, where Swen began his career, also celebrated the achievement. \u201cWe are thrilled to announce that our very own Natus Jamel Swen has signed a professional contract with Moldovan giants FC Sheriff!<\/p>\n<p>Natus\u2019 journey from our academy to the professional stage is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and talent. We couldn\u2019t be prouder of his achievements and look forward to cheering him on as he represents both our academy and FC Sheriff,\u201d the academy wrote.<\/p>\n<p><b>FC Sheriff: A Global Name<\/b><\/p>\n<p>FC Sheriff, based in Tiraspol, Transnistria, plays in Moldova\u2019s top-tier Super Liga. The club is currently leading the 2024-25 Super Liga standings with 36 points from 14 matches.<\/p>\n<p>FC Sheriff gained international fame in 2021 after defeating Real Madrid 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabe\u0301u during the UEFA Champions\u2019 League group stage.<\/p>\n<p>Swen\u2019s journey to FC Sheriff is a significant milestone for Liberian football and a promising step forward in the young defender\u2019s career.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Liberia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Liberia. Liberian international defender Natus Swen has signed a three-year contract with Moldovan Super Liga powerhouse FC Sheriff. The transfer fee for the deal remains undisclosed. FC Sheriff announced Swen\u2019s signing on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, via their official website and social media platforms. \u201cLiberian defender Natus Jamel Swen has joined FC Sheriff. 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